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RECUSANT

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Recusant.

Recusant - as a noun

Someone who refuses to conform to established standards of conduct

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nonconformist20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contestant12dissenter10dissident11objector19protester11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Recusant - as an adjective satellite

(of catholics) refusing to attend services of the church of england

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissentient12

Refusing to submit to authority

Example: "The recusant electors...cooperated in electing a new senate"

Recusant - as an adjective

Pertaining to a recusant or to recusancy

Example Sentences

"The recusant refused to conform to the established religion."
"Many recusants were persecuted for their religious beliefs."
"The recusants faced fines and imprisonment for their refusal to attend church."
"The recusant was arrested for practicing their faith in secret."
"Several recusants were executed for their refusal to renounce their religion."
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Word Game Points

Is RECUSANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, recusant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RECUSANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is RECUSANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, recusant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RECUSANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is RECUSANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, recusant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RECUSANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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